Assistant Gardner

Assistant Gardener

Permanent | £26,000 - £27,000 | Newton Ferrers

Are you passionate about gardening and enjoy working outdoors? We are looking for an enthusiastic and practical individual to join a small, friendly team on a beautiful private estate in Newton Ferrers.

This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You'll be involved in maintaining the gardens and grounds, supporting seasonal projects and helping to care for a small collection of animals. Whether you already have gardening experience or are looking to build your skills within a private estate environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day garden maintenance including planting, propagating, weeding, pruning and watering.
  
  
• Maintaining gardens and grounds using equipment such as strimmers, hedge cutters and ride-on mowers.
  
  
• Assisting with seasonal planting and the ongoing development of the estate's gardens and outdoor spaces.
  
  
• Daily care and welfare of alpacas, chickens and other livestock.
  
  
• Supporting general estate maintenance tasks including fencing, repairs and seasonal projects.
  
  
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and to a high standard.
  
  

About You

• Previous experience in gardening, grounds maintenance or estate work would be advantageous.
  
  
• Confident using outdoor power tools and gardening equipment.
  
  
• Happy working outdoors in all seasons.
  
  
• Flexible and willing to turn your hand to a range of tasks as estate priorities change throughout the year.
  
  
• Able to work independently as well as part of a close-knit team.
  
  
• Chainsaw certification and horticultural qualifications would be beneficial, but are not essential.
  
  
• Full UK driving licence required due to the rural location.
  
  

Hours

• Monday to Friday
  
  
• 1 in 3 Saturdays required (with a day off in lieu)
  
  

What's on Offer

• Permanent position on a private estate in a stunning location.
  
  
• Opportunity to learn and develop within an experienced team.
  
  
• Varied and rewarding outdoor role.
  
  
• Salary of £26,000 - £27,000, depending on experience